AAT Kings Short Breaks

If you're short on time or looking for flexibility and a more independent holiday then a Short Break tour is for you. Short breaks give you all the benefits of a guided tour without the hassle of doing it on your own. Short Breaks have a balance between organised sightseeing (accompanied by a different driver guide on each day) and free time.

Explore New Zealand on an alpine adventure. Admire Lake Tekapo and venture into the Southern Alps to Mt. Cook National Park. Discover Queenstown, NZ's adventure capital, visit a wine cave and enjoy wine tastings and a local cheese presentation.

Embark on a Middle Earth adventure as you take in the sights of Rotorua and surrounds. Tour the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves with a local guide, immerse yourself in Maori culture at Te Puia and be treated to a Maori Hangi feast and concert. Explore various Lord of the Rings movie sets at Hobbiton.

Discover the spectacular Bay of Islands on a 4 day Short Break. Cruise through the beautiful waters absorbing views of the Cape Brett Lighthouse, majestic Hole in the Rock and Grand Cathedral Cave. Learn about the early Maori culture at the Waitangi Treaty Reserve and more.

Experience Queenstown and the West Coast on a 5 day Short Break. Discover the sights of Queenstown and the West Coast, as well as experiencing the TranzAlpine journey between Greymouth and Christchurch.

Explore New Zealand's South Island on the Great Glacier Explorer. Explore Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown and Franz Josef before returning to Christchurch in style on the world famous Tranz Alpine train.